I have read a bunch of threads about getting a spondylolysis DQ d227.80 . Can anyone help me with the next steps and the best way to get a waiver. I had injured my lower back with a fall during a baseball game. I have very little to no pain and no fracture shows up on X-rays. I think my doctor was being over cautious with his diagnosis. Since the diagnosis I have never had to take off and started PT immediately. I have been able to play multiple sports and weightlifting with no problems.
Spondylolysis DQ
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“very little” to no pain? Which is it? When did this happen? 2 weeks ago, 2 months ago, or Spring 2022? If an applicant is DQ’d, I don’t think the applicant has anything to do about getting a waiver. Up to the SA to initiate the waiver request. Others can jump in.
Has the SA asked for a waiver or are you just trying to prepare ahead of time? Did your doctor or radiologist grade your spondylolysis? I don't know what the SA see as waiver-able, but that could make a difference. A grade 1 may be much easier than a 4.
My DD was diagnosed with spondylolysis with bilateral stress fracture in high school. They believe this happened while swimming(butterfly). She took a few months off and was able to continue on as a swimmer in college. We were told, however, that she would always be at risk of further subluxation/slipped disk. Although she was able to continue on as a collegiate athlete, I'm not sure that SA would want to take the risk.
Now, if you think you were misdiagnosed, X-ray images should be able to show that.
Either way, I wish you the best of luck!
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Your best course of action, at this point, is to make sure your medical records are complete and buttoned up. PERHAPS having a discussion about your military plans with your doctor. Idk. But you will have to report and follow through with the medical piece via DODMERB, when the time comes.
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